Description
A flavorful and comforting Chicken Enchilada Soup that combines tender chicken, black beans, corn, and spices for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for topping)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Tortilla chips (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and diced bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well to combine and cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- Pour in the black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, chicken broth, shredded chicken, and diced tomatoes. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, chopped cilantro, and tortilla chips on the side.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or use a spicier enchilada sauce.
- To make it vegetarian, substitute the chicken with additional beans or lentils and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg